Also known as: Minister Veikko Nekundi · Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi · Minister Nekundi · works minister Veikko Nekundi · Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi · Nekudi · Transport minister Veikko Nekundi · works and transport Veikko Nekundi · deputy works minister Veikko Nekundi · Transport and works minister Veikko Nekundi
Veikko Nekundi — Minister of Works and Transport, currently overseeing road safety initiatives and toll gate policy decisions.
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Windhoek Observer
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi said taxis and buses remain important for daily transport despite financial pressure
“Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi said taxis and buses remain important for daily transport despite the financial pressure facing operators.”
New taxi fare brings little relief outside WindhoekInformanté
Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has the authority to suspend or cancel driving licences of reckless drivers
“Swartz further warned that Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has the authority to suspend or cancel driving licences of motorists found guilty of reckless behaviour.”
Roads Authority seeks public assistance over dangerous truck overtaking incidentThe Namibian
Transport minister Veikko Nekundi told The Namibian that the e-hailing sector has not complied with directives
“Transport minister Veikko Nekundi last month told The Namibian that the e-hailing sector has engaged in good faith since last year, and has not complied.”
Yango spends N$1.3m on permit feesThe Namibian
Minister Veikko Nekundi said taxi fare adjustment applies to taxis, minibuses, and buses between towns from 18 May
“Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi yesterday said the adjustment applies to taxis, minibuses and buses transporting people between towns from 18 May.”
‘Increase our salaries too’New Era
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi said the joint airline will be managed in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines as a strategic partner
“In an interview with NBC News, Nekundi said the approach and idea behind establishing a joint national is designed to combine resources and create a more competitive commercial airline that will compete with others while also running sustainable operations.”
Namibia, Botswana twin to establish airlineNew Era
Minister Veikko Nekundi said proposed rollout will begin with domestic routes before expanding to regional and international markets
“He said the proposed rollout will begin with domestic routes, allowing the joint airline to stabilise operations before expanding to regional and international markets.”
Namibia, Botswana twin to establish airlineWindhoek Observer
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi warned illegal taxi and bus operators will not be allowed to increase fares
“Illegal taxi and bus operators will not be allowed to increase fares under the newly approved 15% public transport tariff adjustment, works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi has warned.”
No fare hike for illegal taxis and passenger busesThe Namibian
Minister Veikko Nekundi announced 15% increase in passenger transport fares
“A 15% increase in fares announced by minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi during a media briefing in Windhoek on Thursday applies to taxis, minibuses and buses operating in urban areas and transporting passengers between towns.”
Taxi fares increase to N$15The Namibian
Transport and works minister Veikko Nekundi says a request to increase the taxi fare has been received and the ministry will respond as a matter of urgency
“Transport and works minister Veikko Nekundi says a request to increase the taxi fare has been received, and the ministry will respond to the request as a matter of urgency.”
Nekundi to respond on taxi fare increase requestInformanté
Veikko Nekundi explained that government has taken note of continued increase in fuel prices driven by rising international oil prices
“Veikko Nekundi, the Minister of Works and Transport, explained that government has taken note of the continued increase in fuel prices driven largely by rising international oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.”
Taxi prices to increase to N$15.00 effective 18 May 2026Five years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
21 hours ago · New Era →
Five years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
21 hours ago · New Era →
An editorial argues that allegations that Otjiwarongo Municipality CEO Mberipura Hifitikeko received a housing allowance while occupying government accommodation must be transparently and independently investigated, not treated as administrative matters, since government policy bars officials from receiving both benefits simultaneously.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The CEO of Otjiwarongo municipality is facing allegations of unlawfully receiving a housing allowance while residing in a council-owned property, a practice that violates government housing policy and may constitute a criminal offence under Namibian law. Government policy and council staff regulations explicitly prohibit simultaneous receipt of a housing subsidy and occupation of state-owned accommodation.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The government, through Namibia Air, is planning to acquire seven aircraft valued at N$594 million to launch the new airline by late 2026, following Air Namibia's liquidation. The airline has applied for licenses to operate scheduled and charter flights domestically, regionally, and internationally.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating alleged fraud involving about N$2.5 million worth of vehicle parts at the government garage, where officials are suspected of ordering spare parts never fitted to government vehicles. The wider probe has uncovered inflated spare-part prices, excessive repair bills, payments for undelivered goods, and government vehicles allegedly diverted to private garages without proper records.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister Veikko Nekundi said Namibia is pursuing advanced Chinese road safety technology to reduce crashes at accident hotspots, following discussions during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's State Visit to China. The government aims to introduce systems capable of preventing accidents at blind spots and complement existing enforcement measures such as speed cameras.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed activist Michael Amushelelo's urgent application against the minister of works and transport and the Roads Authority over speed humps installed on Windhoek's Western Bypass, finding that Amushelelo failed to demonstrate the officials acted unfairly, unreasonably, or contrary to law.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Road Fund Administration's chief executive says toll gates could still help fund road infrastructure, despite the works and transport minister's statement that the government rejected the proposal. The RFA proposed installing between 21 and 23 toll gates that could generate between N$500 million and N$750 million annually, according to a feasibility study.
5 July 2026 · The Namibian →
High Court Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed an application by activist Michael Amushelelo seeking to force the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Roads Authority to remove speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, finding that Amushelelo failed to demonstrate how the installation violated common law or legislation.
3 July 2026 · Informanté →
Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed activist Michael Amushelelo's urgent application to have speed humps removed from the Western Bypass in Windhoek, which Amushelelo had argued disrupt traffic and pose a risk to motorists. According to the Roads Authority, the speed humps were installed in areas where pedestrian accidents have been recorded.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi says the government has rejected plans to introduce toll gates on roads across the country, confirming there is no government policy for e-tolls. The toll gate proposal, first introduced in 2021 and estimated to generate between N$500 million and N$750 million annually, had been under review.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi told Parliament that neither his ministry nor the government has adopted a policy to introduce electronic tolls in Namibia, stating that the proposal originated from the Road Fund Administration and was previously rejected.
2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A High Court judge postponed judgment in activist Michael Amushelelo's case seeking removal of speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass until Friday. Amushelelo is challenging the speed humps as unlawful and a public hazard, and seeking an interdict to prevent further installation on national highways.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Contractor Company is facing legal action from Dust Construction and Civils over a rejected lease-to-own equipment agreement, with a law firm demanding N$4,969,345.23 within 48 hours and threatening to apply for the company's provisional winding-up in the High Court. The action comes after Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi described RCC as "a mess" over its disclaimer audit opinion and payment failures.
26 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Activist Michael Amushelelo led a protest on Windhoek's Western Bypass against N$704,000 speed humps installed per a directive by the minister of works and transport, arguing they cause severe traffic congestion and that pedestrian safety should not come at motorists' expense. The group presented a petition with over 1,000 signatures and offered to help fund alternative solutions such as pedestrian bridges.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A petition with more than 16,560 signatures is calling for pedestrian bridges to replace speed humps on the B1 highway, alleging the humps cause vehicle damage and highway collisions. Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo, who is leading the campaign, has announced plans to file a class-action lawsuit against the minister of works and transport seeking financial compensation for motorists claiming vehicle damage and injuries.
22 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Motorists gathered along the Western Bypass in Windhoek to protest recently installed speed humps worth N$704,000, ordered by the minister of works and transport. Protesters say the humps cause congestion and disrupt traffic flow, though an activist acknowledged the need for pedestrian safety while calling for alternative measures such as pedestrian bridges.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters deputy president accused state-owned Roads Contractor Company of prioritizing foreign partners over local participation, citing a 2018 partnership with Chinese firm Nantong Sanjian in which approximately N$2 billion of N$4.1 billion in tenders went to the foreign partner. Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi rejected calls for a six-month forensic audit and disputed claims about local participation, saying the RCC's operations reflect local involvement.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi rejected calls for a forensic audit into tender awards to foreign nationals, saying a 10-year audit cannot be completed in 6 months and that audits are expensive. NEFF MP Kalimbo Iipumbu had argued that Namibian businesses are excluded from capital projects and cited the Roads Contractor Company's 2018 partnership with a Chinese firm, which received N$2 billion of N$4.1 billion in tenders.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Minister of Works and Transport officially launched a N$4.2 million mobile NaTIS truck in Omatjete on Monday, offering vision testing, biometric capturing, learner licence testing, and vehicle licence issuances to residents. The mobile unit is presented as cost-effective compared to building conventional Registering Authority centres.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Roads Authority has launched a mobile NaTIS facility in Omatjete, Erongo Region, to bring vehicle registration and licensing services to remote and underserved communities across Namibia. The truck provides vision testing, biometric data capture, learner licence testing, and vehicle licence issuing and renewals.
17 June 2026 · Informanté →
Road safety expert Felix Tjozongoro has said public frustration with speed humps on the Western Bypass is misguided, asserting that the real crisis lies in Namibian driver behaviour. Tjozongoro dismissed claims that the speed humps are improperly placed or unlawful, and pointed out that the Western Bypass does not meet the legal definition of a freeway under Namibian law.
17 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Windhoek municipality disconnected water to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office over an unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million; the water was restored yesterday after four days without supply and the minister instructed officials to settle the debt and investigate how it accumulated.
16 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Michael Amushelelo brought an urgent application to the Windhoek High Court on Friday arguing that speed humps installed 10 days ago on the Western Bypass endanger motorists and are unlawful under the Road Traffic and Transport Act. Judge Gabriel Komboni postponed his ruling to 30 June after hearing arguments from Amushelelo and government lawyer Wilhelm Amukoto.
15 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (Nabta), deregistered in 2024 for failing to submit its annual return, has now submitted the return which is under review, and plans to relaunch with a digital platform to formalise and improve transport safety and accountability.
15 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian editorial argues that senior officials—advisers, executive directors, chief executives and civil servants—have a duty to speak truth to power and not remain silent to stay close to authority, citing the upcoming transitions of the prosecutor general and Anti-Corruption Commission director general.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Five years ago, Roads Authority engineers rejected a proposal to install speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, citing highway standards and the need for uninterrupted traffic flow. The Namibian reports that current RA board members disagree with minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi's decision to proceed with speed humps, but have approved it under his instructions.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Minister of Works and Transport officially launched a Computerised Learner Licence Testing Method and Book and Pay System at the Okahandja NaTIS Centre, replacing paper-based tests with digital multiple-choice testing and enabling electronic appointment booking and payments to improve efficiency and road safety.
14 June 2026 · Informanté →
Activist Michael Amushelelo sought an urgent court order to have speed humps removed from Windhoek's Western Bypass, arguing they are unlawful and dangerous on high-speed roads; Judge Gabriel Komboni will deliver a ruling on 30 June after hearing arguments on Friday.
12 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Authority says it spent about N$704,000 on installing speed humps, road signs and transport costs along sections of the B1 Western Bypass and A1 road south of Windhoek, refuting claims the project cost N$12 million. The humps were introduced as an immediate road safety measure following a directive by works and transport minister after an increase in pedestrian-related crashes in high-risk zones.
12 June 2026 · The Namibian →